SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

It’s been a good time for malware and its authors, but a very bad time for businesses and especially those that have suffered a data breach. The Home Depot Data Breach. One camp has been claiming that most of these data breaches were the result of the same malware, because of the similarities in the techniques used.

Data breaches 52

Data breaches Retail Malware Healthcare 52

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

According to IDC’s 2021 State of Cloud Security Report , 79 percent of surveyed companies reported a cloud data breach in the last 18 months. Public cloud infrastructure as a service (IaaS) may be less vulnerable than traditional data centers, but that doesn’t mean it’s without its own set of risks.

Penetration Testing 131

Penetration Testing Encryption Risk Technology 131

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 31, 2022

Attackers may try to get their victims to reveal their date of birth, social security number, credit card information, or account passwords. The attacker typically pretends to be someone from a legitimate business, like a bank or retailer, in an attempt to get personally identifiable information from the recipient. Vishing Defenses.

Phishing 130

Phishing Banking Social Engineering Scams 130

Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Retail websites big and small can expect a lot of interest from shoppers looking for deals, and a lot of interest from cybercriminals looking to cash in on those shoppers, by stealing their credit card details with stealthy card skimmers. Set strong passwords. Shared passwords. Never share them, never reuse them.

Passwords 119

Passwords Software Internet Internet 119

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2023

To protect your business’s network from internet threats, implement the following: A next-generation firewall (NGFW) : Installing a firewall between the public internet and your organization’s private network helps filter some initial malicious traffic. Imagine you’re a retailer with 50 store locations.

Network Security 107

Network Security Firewall Internet Internet 107

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

It’s a tough time to be a retailer. Massive point-of-sale (POS) breaches continue to make headlines on a regular basis, and they can have a significant impact on consumers’ trust in a company and its brand. ” Focusing only on the perimeter: A multi-layered approach is key. …and a fourth step: employee training.

Retail 52

Retail Encryption Malware Artificial Intelligence 52

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Most organizations express confidence in their current status and budgets, but also expect to experience at least one data breach in 2024. Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches.

Cybersecurity 119

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 119

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

MARCH 6, 2018

Use security software with firewall and anti-virus protections, and ensure the security software is always turned on and can automatically update. Encrypt sensitive files stored electronically, such as tax records, and use strong and unique passwords for each account. Protect Personal Data. Shop at reputable online retailers.

Scams 40

Scams Identity Theft Banking Retail 40